Lotus Cars Limited | NHTSA Recall #11V541000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V541000 by Lotus Cars Limited. Includes 78 affected units, LED TURN SIGNAL UNITS/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Lotus is recalling certain model year 2011 elise vehicles manufactured from june 2010, through february 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles were fitted with turn signal modules which were not compatible with the revised front headlight configuration which includes the integral front led turn signal units. the incompatible module may, under certain conditions cause all the led turn signal lamps to flash at an erratic frequency when the hazard warning switch is depressed. in addition, in the event that either a front or rear turn signal lamp fails to illuminate or does not flash at the correct frequency when operated, the remaining functioning signal lamps on that vehicles side as well as the instrument turn tell tale lamp will not flash at an increased rate as intended.

Corrective Action

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signal module free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 19, 2011. owners may contact lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V541000

Manufacturer: Lotus Cars Limited

Report Received Date: 2011-11-03T00:00:00

Subject: Led turn signal units/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 78

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Lotus is recalling certain model year 2011 elise vehicles manufactured from june 2010, through february 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles were fitted with turn signal modules which were not compatible with the revised front headlight configuration which includes the integral front led turn signal units. the incompatible module may, under certain conditions cause all the led turn signal lamps to flash at an erratic frequency when the hazard warning switch is depressed. in addition, in the event that either a front or rear turn signal lamp fails to illuminate or does not flash at the correct frequency when operated, the remaining functioning signal lamps on that vehicles side as well as the instrument turn tell tale lamp will not flash at an increased rate as intended.

Consequence Summary: The driver will not be visually alerted to the fact that one or more of the vehicles turn signal lamps is not operating correctly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signal module free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 19, 2011. owners may contact lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V541000

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